July 2, 2024
With the Fourth of July fast approaching, it seems appropriate to introduce you to a workwear company that sources, cuts, and sews all of their fabrics and garments right here in the USA.
In a world where most companies outsource their production, 1620 Workwear is taking a different path. They’re doing it the right way. Their Made in USA commitment not only ensures the highest quality, it also supports American jobs. This commitment ensures their products meet the highest standards and maintains a level of craftsmanship that’s unmatched.
Co-founders Ted de Innocentis and Josh Walker started the company. Our goal is to make the best workwear in the industry and provide hardworking, skilled workers with the products they want and deserve.
“For years, we watched our family and friends work in outdated cotton canvas clothing that didn’t fit well and didn’t perform well on the job. Cheap products actually caused fatigue and made their lives harder. By using best-in-class fabrics and patterns, and manufacturing all of our products in the USA, 1620 has reinvented workwear,” the company’s mission statement reads.
The rave reviews speak for themselves. Gear review company, Gear Junkieawarded only in the 1620s Double Knee Utility Pants 2.0 “Best Work Pants of 2024”
The company’s proprietary stretch NYCO fabric is made with CORDURA® fiber technology, which is up to 10 times more durable and abrasion resistant than cotton.. You’ll see the difference even before you try it on. “We believe our unique fabrics will outlast any clothing you wear today,” the company says on its website.
1620 Workwear’s Tech Stretch garments are made with a proprietary 4-way stretch fabric originally developed for Special Forces and professional contact sports leagues. The rugged double weave construction provides superior durability and true stretch performance in the harshest environments.
De Innocentis talked about the popularity of their workwear among commercial fishermen: shop pants, work hoodies, NYCO T-shirts. It was most popular with people who worked on the water.
The next time you find yourself covered in seawater and grease while servicing an engine, or getting the hull of your boat wet with MaryKate On&Off, consider workwear that can withstand 10 years of hard use without worrying about it breaking down.
Fishermen and shipbuilders know better than anyone that when they’re on the water they need gear that can handle anything. When you choose 1620, you’re not just getting gear that will last, you’re supporting a company that’s striving for bigger things. A company that values and serves the American workforce.
So, this Fourth of July, as we celebrate American independence, let’s celebrate brands like 1620 Workwear that do every part of their business operations in the United States.
“Made in the USA is the best way to support our local community.” – 1620 Workwear
